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Last updated: 23 June, 2023
Expert travel writer: Jane Foster

Croatia has a long history of winemaking, stretching back some 2,500 years, with many indigenous grape varieties still in use. It’s also home to the oak forests that produce most of the oak casks favoured by wine producers across Europe.

A one-hour drive up the coast from Dubrovnik lies Peljesac, a mountainous peninsula where the velvety red Plavac and award-winning Dingac wines are produced on the sunny sea-facing slopes.

Several vineyards are open for wine tasting during the summer, normally offering three to five different wines to sample, with the producer sometimes present to tell you about the history and process of the craft.

If you are driving, stop at Mali Ston – it’s famed throughout Croatia for succulent oysters and mussels, which are served at several local waterside restaurants.

Price: Free
Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 18+
When: All year around
Duration: 4

Getting there & doing it

Many people visit on organised excursions from Dubrovnik, but it’s easy to do it independently by hiring a car and driving up the coast to Peljesac. Follow the coastal road (route 8) and turn off onto the Peljesac peninsula (route 414). Make sure you contact the wineries you wish to visit in advance, and double check when they are open.

Most vineyards offer platters of small savoury snacks during tastings. Vinarija Bartulovic can also provide a full meal of Dalmatian specialities (order one day in advance).

 

When to do it

Most of the vineyards are open all year round. Like other attractions in Dalmatia, the vineyards mainly attract visitors during the peak season (July-August). The grape harvest takes place in September, which is a fascinating time to visit.

Our selection of the best Viator tours of this attraction or activity

Korcula and Peljesac Tour from Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

Korcula and Peljesac Tour from Dubrovnik
Two destinations in the Dubrovnik County that spring to mind when one thinks of wine are the Pelješac peninsula and the island of Korčula. The scenic peninsula of Pelješac stretches out like a green finger into the Adriatic Sea. Picturesque vineyards cling to rocky slopes dotted between the thick Mediterranean vegetation. Then just a short ferry ride brings you to an island steeped in history, an island with a walled city, the island of Korčula. • A day trip to these jewels of the Croatia coastline will leave you awestruck at their natural beauty and spellbound with their historical roots

Price: €75

Min age: 0

Rating 4.13 / 5 [22 ratings]

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Peljesac Peninsula Day Trip from Dubrovnik: Wine Tasting and Ston Village Tour

Dubrovnik

Peljesac Peninsula Day Trip from Dubrovnik: Wine Tasting and Ston Village Tour
Spend a day uncovering the natural beauty and winemaking heritage of the Pelješac Peninsula on this day trip from Dubrovnik. With an expert guide, visit the coastal town of Ston and see the so-called Great Wall of Croatia during a walking tour. Then, travel along scenic coastal roads, stopping at three family-run wineries. Discover how winemaking in the region dates back thousands of years and, after exploring the grounds, take part in guided wine-tasting sessions. End your day trip with a stroll through the tiny village of Trstenik before returning to Dubrovnik.

Price: €130

Min age: 0

Rating 4.25 / 5 [8 ratings]

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Wine Lover's Tour of Peljesac Peninsula

Dubrovnik

Wine Lover's Tour of Peljesac Peninsula
This is a very small group tour (up to 8 persons) and is guided by an expert local guide. It is perfect for both wine enthusiasts or complete wine beginners that just want to enjoy a day out in one of the most beautiful areas of Dubrovnik region.

Price: €130

Min age: 18

Rating 4.96 / 5 [95 ratings]

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Peljesac Wine & Ston Oysters PRIVATE HALF DAY SHORE TOUR

Dubrovnik

Peljesac Wine & Ston Oysters PRIVATE HALF DAY SHORE TOUR
Croatia’s second longest peninsula Peljesac is famous for its red wine based on Plavac Mali wine sort (cousin of Californian Zinfandel), delicious oysters and mussels growing in the brackish waters of Mali Ston bay, Ston city walls and its salt pans. Lays less than an hour drive from the city of Dubrovnik. We are doing this tour for years and our guests absolutely adore our fisherman friend Mario, and unique experience of being alone in the bay at our fisherman's oyster beds and tasting best oysters in Mali Ston right from the sea. You'll enjoy: - Walking tour of Ston – Gothic medieval town, surrounded by 6 kilometres of city walls and its famous 14. salt pans. - Private boat ride with local fisherman to his oyster beds followed by 5 oyster tasting on site - wine-tasting in a local boutique winery – great wine and organic olive oil tasting All accompanied by experience local English speaking drive/guide. Chance for a lunch or dinner in some of well known Ston restaurants.

Price: €258

Min age: 18

Rating 5 / 5 [7 ratings]

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Private Tour: Ston and Peljesac Peninsula Day Trip with Wine Tasting

Dubrovnik

Private Tour: Ston and Peljesac Peninsula Day Trip with Wine Tasting
Head to the Peljesac Peninsula with a private guide on an action-packed day trip from Dubrovnik! Stretching alongside Peljesac Channel, which separates mainland Croatia from Korcula Island, the postcard-perfect peninsula boasts a fertile landscape that produces high quality wine, salt and seafood. Visit the coastal town of Ston to see the so-called great Wall of Croatia and an old salt factory, and then check out three family-run wineries or perhaps a coastal fish farm. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to your interests.

Price: €260

Min age: 0

Rating 4.71 / 5 [28 ratings]

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Korcula & Peljesac Full Day Private Tour from Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

Korcula & Peljesac Full Day Private Tour from Dubrovnik
Korcula island and Peljesac day trips are the most relaxed out of all driving day trips from Dubrovnik, with no traffic jams, border crossings, or big crowds (even in the summer months). Let our experienced and flexible driver-guide take you through the stunning scenery of wine growing peninsula of Peljesac followed by a short boat ride to the island of Korcula where you will explore the medieval fortified city of Korcula with your guide at your own pace. We take pride in our ability to discuss many topics, from history and architecture to food, wine, and contemporary life. Try famous hand-made Zrnovo pasta and pair it with a glass of Korcula's white wine Posip sitting on the city walls promenade. On your way back stop at Potomje winery trying Peljesac red wine – Dingac. History, food, wine, sea, sun, and worry-free travel with Dubrovnik Day Tours!

Price: €260

Min age: 10

Rating 4.91 / 5 [12 ratings]

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Peljesac and Ston Private Wine Tour with Tastings from Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

Peljesac and Ston Private Wine Tour with Tastings from Dubrovnik
Join us on a tour along the second largest peninsula in Croatia - Peljesac, known for its top-quality red wines (Dingac, Postup). See, smell, feel, taste, and get to know our wines and their history. Learn about olives and what makes good olive oil. Marvel at medieval fortifications of Ston town and possibly end your day with picking some oysters from their oyster beds and tasting them on the spot! Don't forget to tell us your desired start time! Highlights are: - Ston – a medieval gothic town, surrounded by 4 miles of fortified walls, and its famous 14. ct. salt panes - Dingac Hills – most famous Croatian wine positions where grapes grow on 40-60 degree inclined slopes, getting the best out of the land, sea, and the sun! - Local boutique wineries in Potomje and Ponikve – great wine, liqueur, cheese, and organic olive oil together with homemade bite-sized delicacies with a presentation done by the owners - Mali Ston Bay – an unspoiled bay with numerous oyster and mussels beds

Price: €275

Min age: 18

Rating 5 / 5 [33 ratings]

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Peljesac Vineyards & Oysters - Private Day Trip from Dubrovnik-Mercedes Vehicle

Dubrovnik

Peljesac Vineyards & Oysters - Private Day Trip from Dubrovnik-Mercedes Vehicle
Perfect for wine lovers who are interested in learning about wines from the Southern Dalmatian region, this private Peljesac excursion explores one of the most famous Croatian wine regions. Visiting Peljesac Peninsula allows for the opportunity to meet friendly wine producers, with a tour of a vineyard and several wine cellars, and allows for an exclusive look inside the production of authentic wines. Additional Services such as oyster farms, or wineries must be paid additionally and scheduled in advance. Please let us know what you would like to include in your excursion. The excursion is carried out with one of our luxury Mercedes sedans or Mercedes vans.

Price: €542

Min age: 0

Rating 5 / 5 [6 ratings]

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